Macron strongly opposes the U.S. imposing a 30% tariff on the EU, and the EU is preparing countermeasures.

[Coin World] French President Macron stated that France and the President of the European Commission are in agreement and strongly oppose the comprehensive tariffs of 30% imposed by the United States on EU export goods starting from August 1. Prior to this statement, the European Commission had engaged in intensive negotiations with the United States over the past few weeks, during which sincere and solid proposals were made.

On the basis of European unity, it is even more necessary for the European Commission to firmly defend the EU's interests. This especially means that if an agreement cannot be reached by August 1, it is essential to accelerate the preparation of credible countermeasures, mobilizing all available means, including the "Anti-Coercion Instrument" and others.

On this basis, France will fully support the position of the European Commission in the negotiations. The negotiations will be further intensified with the aim of reaching an agreement acceptable to both parties by August 1, reflecting the mutual respect that should exist between the EU and the US as trading partners, and safeguarding the common interests and close value chains of both sides.